Grilled Pepper-and-Squash Quesadillas

Health score
14%
Grilled Pepper-and-Squash Quesadillas
40 min.
10
276kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends? Look no further than these Grilled Pepper-and-Squash Quesadillas! Perfect as an antipasto dish, starter, or snack, this delightful recipe brings vibrant colors and fresh flavors to your dining table.

Picture this: a golden, crispy tortilla filled with a medley of grilled vegetables like zucchini, yellow squash, and sweet bell peppers, all bathed in a hint of olive oil and seasoned to perfection. The addition of creamy goat cheese and melty Monterey Jack creates a luxurious texture that takes these quesadillas to the next level. They're not just a feast for the palate; they're a visual delight, too!

Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these quesadillas are quick and easy to prepare, ready in just 40 minutes. Ideal for gatherings, this recipe serves up to 10 guests, making it a fantastic option for parties or family get-togethers. Pair them with your favorite salsa for a refreshing dip that enhances the flavors even more.

So fire up the grill and get ready to savor every bite of these delicious Grilled Pepper-and-Squash Quesadillas! Your mouth will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 8-inch flour tortillas 
  • ounces goat cheese 
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • small onion cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
  •  poblano pepper 
  • 10 servings salsa prepared
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons mexican seasoning blend salt-free
  •  bell pepper red yellow
  •  baby squash yellow halved lengthwise
  •  zucchini halved lengthwise

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • ziploc bags
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to high heat (450 to 500).
  2. Cut peppers in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membranes. Grill 4 minutes on each side or until blackened.
  3. Place in a zip-top plastic bag; let stand 15 minutes. Peel away charred skins, and chop. Set aside.
  4. Combine oil and seasoning blend; brush onto both sides of vegetables, and sprinkle with salt. Reduce heat to medium-high (350 to 400), and grill vegetables 4 to 6 minutes on each side or until tender.
  5. Transfer to a large bowl; set aside until cool enough to handle.
  6. Cut vegetables into bite-size pieces. Stir in chopped peppers.
  7. Top each of 4 tortillas with one-fourth vegetable mixture; divide cheeses evenly over vegetables.
  8. Place remaining tortillas over cheese, pressing down gently.
  9. Grill quesadillas over medium heat (300 to 35
  10. for 2 minutes. Quickly and carefully turn quesadillas, using a large, wide spatula. Grill, covered with grill lid, 2 more minutes or until cheese melts and tortillas are golden.
  11. Cut each quesadilla into 6 wedges, and serve immediately with salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories276kcal
Protein16.11%
Fat46.26%
Carbs37.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.2
Glycemic Load
6.95
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.795217472574%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.64mg
Isorhamnetin
0.35mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:275.8kcal
13.79%
Fat:14.39g
22.14%
Saturated Fat:6.8g
42.5%
Carbohydrates:26.34g
8.78%
Net Carbohydrates:22.93g
8.34%
Sugar:4.94g
5.49%
Cholesterol:22.79mg
7.6%
Sodium:786.8mg
34.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.27g
22.55%
Vitamin C:32.79mg
39.74%
Calcium:271.21mg
27.12%
Phosphorus:233.36mg
23.34%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.06%
Selenium:13µg
18.58%
Vitamin A:898.5IU
17.97%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.77%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.35%
Folate:65.11µg
16.28%
Vitamin K:15.69µg
14.94%
Iron:2.51mg
13.96%
Fiber:3.41g
13.62%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.36%
Vitamin B3:2.62mg
13.09%
Potassium:324.54mg
9.27%
Vitamin E:1.32mg
8.82%
Magnesium:33.65mg
8.41%
Zinc:1.22mg
8.11%
Copper:0.15mg
7.57%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.55%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.32%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.06%
Source:My Recipes